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Deborah Mutungi

Deborah Mutungi

Group IT Manager, Sarova Hotels and Resorts

I am an IT professional who has navigated the dynamic landscape of the IT field for the past 16 years with a wealth of experience in driving digital transformation initiatives and leveraging technology to enhance business outcomes.

My journey in IT has been shaped by a relentless pursuit of excellence, a commitment to continuous learning, and a passion for innovation.

Leveraging skills in systems integration, analysis, design, interfacing, database application support, and development, I have sought to understand business structures. This has enabled me to lead streamlining infrastructure and solutions suitable for business goals while maintaining a professional demeanour and impeccable quality standards.

My philosophy and success are built on a life-changing gardening analogy shared with me by my mentor – that of a gardener who needs to have a picture in mind that ‘can translate into the ground’ with a clear understanding of how one plant, i.e., resource, will connect to the other.

Working with local and global tech innovators, I have brought this philosophy to life through strategic leadership and accountability for technology advancements across Sarova Hotels & Resorts, one of Kenya's leading local brands, in designing transformative innovations for the hospitality industry.

11:10 am - 11:40 am

Panel Discussion 2: The business value of IT – proving impact beyond technology

Discussion points:
How IT drives measurable business growth
Aligning IT investments with strategic business goals
Moderator:
Bitashna Pisavadia | Cio | Oshwal Education & Relief Board
Panelists:
Dennis Katusya Musyoka | Group Head - Technology Delivery | Mitchell Cotts Freight Kenya
Bernard Kinyua | Director ICT | County Government of Nyandarua
Kenneth Riany | Head of ICT | Kenya MEdical Training College (KMTC)
Duncan Eric Ogonji | Regional Director IT | Plan International
Deborah Mutungi | Group IT Manager | Sarova Hotels and Resorts